What is semantic versioning and how do I implement it in my projects?

What is semantic versioning and how do I implement it in my projects?

Semantic versioning is a versioning scheme for software that uses a three-part number: MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH. You increment the MAJOR version for incompatible changes, the MINOR version for backward-compatible features, and the PATCH version for backward-compatible bug fixes.

Can you give me an example of when to increment each part?

Sure! If you add a new feature that doesn't break existing functionality, you would increment the MINOR version. If you fix a bug, you would increment the PATCH version. If you make a change that breaks backward compatibility, you would increment the MAJOR version.

How do I communicate these changes to my team?

You can use a changelog to document the changes made in each version. This helps your team understand what has changed and why.

Are there any tools that can help with semantic versioning?

Yes, there are several tools like SemVer, npm version, and GitVersion that can help automate the versioning process based on your commits.